Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - 19th Century Cotton Design details: Pierced jali-style back

Design details: Pierced jali-style back panels

Cast Iron Plant Stand- with removable marble inserts

These are families of direct male descendants sharing the same surname

Their first carving is always of Ganesh

1' at the handle lug

Nandi Bull Toy From Andhra Pradesh - 19th Century Cotton Design details: Pierced jali-style backThis charming carved teak Nandi bull toy dates to the 19th century and originates from South India. Nandithe sacred bull and devoted mount of Lord Shivais one of the most widely revered symbols in Hindu culture, representing strength, devotion and protection. Toys and small carvings such as this were often made for children or used as household devotional objects, and they retain a wonderful warmth and simplicity. Carved from a single block of teak,